Working as an independent contractor rather than an employee is attractive for many reasons. There are a variety of benefits, but be aware of the risks, too.
Benefits of Working as an Independent Contractor
Work for yourself.
As an independe...
Contractors like you rely on a variety of tools and equipment as you perform your job. Make sure you have adequate insurance as you protect your tools, equipment and livelihood.
What is Contractor Tool and Equipment Insurance?
Contractor tool a...
It happens every day. A firm faces a large increase in its Workers Compensation premiums because the government or insurance carrier has decided that all of its independent contractors are really employees. All too often, the true relationship betwee...
The next time your small business needs a virtual assistant, a copywriter or someone to remodel your office space, consider hiring an independent contractor. Almost one-third of Americans consider themselves to be independent contractors, and they st...
Installing ducts and showers in homes around the area, building additions to people's homes, putting new toilets in, you're probably not going to need a contractor's bond. But, when you get those big-time jobs, the ones that make or break the busines...